In 2023, Jill Martin took a test that changed her life. She underwent genetic testing for breast cancer and learned she had a BRCA2 mutation, which increases one’s risk of developing breast and other ...

Jackie Tohn is forever changed after making a life-saving decision about her health. In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, ...

When Jessica Lipschutz spoke on the connection between cancer and genetics at Wilton Library last Tuesday, Dec. 2, the first thing she said might be surprising to some. “The vast majority of breast ...

Genetic testing analyzes a person's DNA to determine their risk for certain diseases. It was a game-changer for one Montgomery County woman. Genetic testing is a simple mouth swab that can uncover ...

Of the many advances in science and technology over the past 25 years, genetic testing is arguably one of the most notable. Once a rare part of health care, it is now becoming much more common. It’s ...

Hundreds of thousands of people diagnosed with cancer are still alive today but were never genetically tested, either because testing was not available or was not routinely offered at the time of ...

After a cancer diagnosis, patients often have many questions, not only about their treatment but also about what the ...

The “Nobody Wants This” actor initially struggled with the decision but is now raising awareness for genetic testing.

You might hear about your risk of ovarian cancer through an aunt, mother, sister or grandmother. For some, there are no signs of hereditary cancer in the family, but genetic testing still reveals a ...

Genetic screening for prostate cancer can help identify inherited risks early, guide treatment decisions, and protect your family’s health. At Fred Hutch Cancer Center, we offer expert genetic ...

Jackie Tohn is opening up about a health scare and procedure she underwent after learning she had an 85% chance of getting ...